Amphibian
New York : DK Pub., 2005.
Format: Book
Edition: Revised edition.
Description: 72 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm.
Examines the evolution, behavior, physical characteristics, and life cycle of all kinds of amphibians.
Series: Dorling Kindersley eyewitness books.
Contents:
What is an amphibian? -- Ancient amphibians -- Bare bones -- Importance of water -- Colors and markings -- Self-defense -- Fast food -- Hide and seek - Senses and survival -- Leaps and bounds -- All fingers and toes -- Mating embraces -- Courtship displays -- Egg laying and parental care -- Metamorphosis -- Early days -- Frog or toad? -- Tailed amphibians -- Life in the trees -- Earth movers -- Poison-dart frogs and mantellas -- Friends and enemies -- Rare and endangered -- Conservation -- Did you know? -- Keeping amphibians as pets -- Find out more -- Glossary -- Index.
Target Audience: 1210L
ISBN:
0756613809 (Hardcover)
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Call Number | Location | Shelf Location | Status |
C ANIMALS Amphibian Cla | Northeast Indoors | Children's NonFiction | Out (Due: 5/6/2024) |
Includes bibliographical references (page 68) and index.